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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Breyers Urgently Recalls Thousands of Ice Cream Tubs—Is Your Favorite Flavor Affected?
Check your freezer ASAP. Unilever Manufacturing, Inc., has issued a recall of a popular Breyers ice cream flavor due to a packaging error resulting in an undeclared allergen, according to a report by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). Breyers' Rocky Road ice cream—a chocolate ice cream with marshmallow and chocolate-covered almond pieces—was mistakenly packaged in a "Chocolate Truffle" tub with a "Rocky Road" lid, triggering the recall. The FDA has classified the recall, involving 6,668 cases, as Class II, indicating that the affected product "may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences." The recalled ice cream was packaged in 1.5-quart cartons with a best-by date of July 10, 2026, UPC 077567457288, and lot code JUL1026GB3. The product was sold at retail locations across the U.S. The tub says the product "may contain tree nuts," while the lid says it contains almonds. Because of the carton mix-up, Breyers issued the recall. The FDA requires that allergens, specifically nuts, be listed on the packaging. A tree nut allergy can cause a range of symptoms, from mild to severe, including skin reactions like hives and itching, digestive issues like nausea and vomiting, and respiratory symptoms like wheezing and difficulty breathing, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. In severe cases, it can trigger anaphylaxis, a life-threatening condition requiring immediate medical attention. Don't eat the recalled ice cream if you have nut allergies or sensitivities. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement. The ice cream is safe to consume for those who do not have nut allergies or sensitivities. Read the original article on Martha Stewart
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Breyers Ice Creams Recalled After Flavor Containing Life-Threatening Allergen Was Packaged as Another Flavor
6,668 cases of Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream across the United States have been recalled by Unilever Manufacturing The affected ice cream cartons actually contain Rocky Road Ice Cream, which contains almonds, a potentially "life-threatening" allergen The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall on June 10Over 6,600 cases of Breyers Ice Cream have been recalled amid concerns that the product is mislabeled and contains a "life-threatening" allergen. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration confirmed that 6,668 cases of Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream were voluntarily recalled by Unilever Manufacturing on June 2 in a Tuesday, June 10 statement. The cause for the recall was determined to be "undeclared allergens and mislabeled product." "Rocky Road Ice was packaged with Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream labeled tub and a Rocky Road Ice Cream lid. Tub said 'may contain tree nuts' the lid said it did contain almonds," the FDA clarified about the recall. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The FDA declared this a Class II recall, which is defined as "a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." A representative for Breyers commented on the recall in a statement shared with PEOPLE, saying, "Unilever in the U.S. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Breyers Chocolate Truffle 1.5 quart tubs after some were found to contain Rocky Road ice cream, which includes almonds not listed on the label." The statement continued: "People with an almond allergy should not consume the product due to risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. The safety and quality of our products is our top priority. For more information, consumers can visit or call 1-800-931-2826." It is unclear where exactly the cases of ice cream were distributed across the United States. The FDA reported the distribution as targeting "distribution centers and retail locations across the U.S." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Rocky Road is a flavor of ice cream that contains almonds. Although almonds are considered tree nuts, the label for Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream only says that the product "may contain tree nuts." The Breyers recall comes a few weeks after nearly 18,000 containers of Wells Dairy ice cream and frozen yogurt were recalled due to contamination with hard plastics. Wells Enterprises, which produces Wells Dairy products, was responsible for the recall, which targeted 22 different flavors of frozen desserts. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Breyers Ice Creams Recalled After Flavor Containing Life-Threatening Allergen Was Packaged as Another Flavor
6,668 cases of Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream across the United States have been recalled by Unilever Manufacturing The affected ice cream cartons actually contain Rocky Road Ice Cream, which contains almonds, a potentially "life-threatening" allergen The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall on June 10Over 6,600 cases of Breyers Ice Cream have been recalled amid concerns that the product is mislabeled and contains a "life-threatening" allergen. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration confirmed that 6,668 cases of Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream were voluntarily recalled by Unilever Manufacturing on June 2 in a Tuesday, June 10 statement. The cause for the recall was determined to be "undeclared allergens and mislabeled product." "Rocky Road Ice was packaged with Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream labeled tub and a Rocky Road Ice Cream lid. Tub said 'may contain tree nuts' the lid said it did contain almonds," the FDA clarified about the recall. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The FDA declared this a Class II recall, which is defined as "a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." A representative for Breyers commented on the recall in a statement shared with PEOPLE, saying, "Unilever in the U.S. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Breyers Chocolate Truffle 1.5 quart tubs after some were found to contain Rocky Road ice cream, which includes almonds not listed on the label." The statement continued: "People with an almond allergy should not consume the product due to risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. The safety and quality of our products is our top priority. For more information, consumers can visit or call 1-800-931-2826." It is unclear where exactly the cases of ice cream were distributed across the United States. The FDA reported the distribution as targeting "distribution centers and retail locations across the U.S." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Rocky Road is a flavor of ice cream that contains almonds. Although almonds are considered tree nuts, the label for Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream only says that the product "may contain tree nuts." The Breyers recall comes a few weeks after nearly 18,000 containers of Wells Dairy ice cream and frozen yogurt were recalled due to contamination with hard plastics. Wells Enterprises, which produces Wells Dairy products, was responsible for the recall, which targeted 22 different flavors of frozen desserts. Read the original article on People
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Ice Cream Recall Update as FDA Sets Nationwide Risk Level
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Thousands of ice cream products have been recalled after they were found to be mislabeled and did not have clear allergen information. Unilever Manufacturing recalled its "Rocky Road Ice Cream" product on June 2, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has since released its classification of the recall as a Class II. Newsweek has contacted Unilever Manufacturing outside of regular working hours via email for comment. Why It Matters Tree nuts are one of the nine major allergens, alongside peanuts, wheat, soy beans, sesame, milk, eggs, fish and crustacean shellfish. Around 0.5 percent of the U.S. population has an allergy to tree nuts, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. While most children eventually outgrow milk, egg, soy, and wheat allergies, much fewer outgrow allergies to peanuts and tree nuts. By mislabeling allergens on packaging, the recalled products potentially pose a hidden risk to those with tree nut allergies. File photo: close-up of ice cream trays with different flavors. File photo: close-up of ice cream trays with different To Know Unilever Manufacturing initiated the recall voluntarily after discovering that the "Rocky Road Ice Cream" product was packaged in a "Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream" labeled tub, with a "Rocky Road Ice Cream" labeled lid. This meant that the tub said the product "may contain tree nuts," while the lid said it contained almonds. As a result, those with a tree nut allergy, which includes an allergy to almonds, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachios and Brazil nuts, did not have clear information about whether the allergens were inside the product. The FDA classified the recall as a Class II, meaning that exposure to affected products could result in temporary or medically reversible health consequences, with a remote probability of serious health impacts. The affected product had a lot code of JUL 1026GB3 and a UPC of 077567457288. The products were distributed nationwide and 6,668 cases are involved in the recall, although the FDA added that only 12 individual units are believed to have been affected. The recall remains ongoing, as of June 10. The FDA did not disclose if any allergic reactions had been reported in relation to this recall. What People Are Saying Scott H. Sicherer, a professor of pediatrics and director of the Jaffe Food Allergy Institute at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, told Newsweek: "A person would probably know that they have a tree nut allergy based upon having had typical allergic symptoms that start often within minutes after ingesting the nut. Such symptoms may include: itchy mouth, swelling of the skin, especially lips and eyes, skin rash with hives, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, trouble breathing, coughing, asthma symptoms, light headedness, passing out and more. A serious allergic reaction, anaphylaxis, can include impairment of breathing and circulation and can be fatal. Anyone who thinks they have a food allergy should discuss this with an allergist because it would be important to identify and confirm the trigger, learn how to avoid it, and learn what to do if an accidental ingestion resulted in a reaction." He added: "The amount of nut ingested that could trigger an allergic reaction varies by the individual and type of nut, but some people are sensitive to trace amounts. As an example, it is not unusual for allergic reactions to occur from one hundredth of a cashew or less." What Happens Next Consumers and retailers are advised to check inventories for affected lots, discard recalled products or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
